Year: 2024
Type: article
Abstract: In the context of geopolitical tensions and the war in Ukraine, security issues are of paramount importance. However, it is clear that security is not limited to military and technical aspects. The country’s socio-economic development is also an important component of security. The article examines the socio-economic aspects of security agreements signed by Ukraine with other partner countries. The key challenges and opportunities related to the implementation of socio-economic provisions of security agreements are identified. The key factors influencing the implementation of socio- economic provisions of security agreements are identified. The effectiveness of existing mechanisms of cooperation between Ukraine and other partner countries in the socio-economic sphere is assessed. In particular, it was noted that the bilateral security cooperation agreements that Ukraine is currently signing include commitments from partner countries to support us both on the battlefield and in economic terms. At the same time, these agreements also set out Ukraine’s commitments to preserve and develop democratic institutions, including reforming the administrative and judicial systems, fighting corruption, ratifying the Rome Statute, and introducing specific legislative changes that support the pursuit of democracy, respect for human rights and media freedom. It is stated that the concluded bilateral agreements are only the first step towards Ukraine’s real security. Their signatories recognize the importance of Ukraine’s security for the whole of Europe and deterring Russia by making long-term commitments. The war has demonstrated that both Ukraine and its partners need to develop new and strengthen existing capabilities to counter the Russian threat. The agreements pave the way for long-term security cooperation and economic partnership. Their competent implementation can bring Ukraine much closer to winning the war and becoming a member of NATO and the EU. This article is one of the first studies of the socio-economic aspects of Ukraine’s security agreements with other countries. The study assesses the impact of these agreements on economic development, social protection and welfare of the Ukrainian population. Based on the results of the study, the author provides recommendations for improving Ukraine’s socio-economic cooperation with other countries in the framework of implementation of the provisions of security agreements. The results obtained can be used to develop state policy in the field of security, economy and social policy. The recommendations for improving Ukraine’s socio-economic cooperation with other countries can be used to improve its effectiveness.
Authors: Ia. V. Petrunenko, R. A. Dzhabrailov
Language: English
Field: Social Sciences
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4402886804